Southern Miss Athletics announced former women’s basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis has died. We are saddened to announce the passing of Lady Eagle legend, Coach ...

Former Southern Miss women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis has died, the school announced on June 24. She was 63.

Former Southern Miss women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis has died, the school announced on June 24. She was 63.

Longtime Southern Miss women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis died Tuesday, June 24, 2025, following a long battle with cancer.

The Leetown native was given the Pat Summitt Most Courageous Award after that season. She also was one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year in 2025. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword ...

This story was updated to add new information. Former Southern Miss women’s basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis has died, the team announced on June 24. She was 63. Lee-McNelis was diagnosed with ...

The Leetown native was given the Pat Summitt Most Courageous Award after that season. She also was one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year in 2025. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword ...